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Policast: New poll shows Walz has most Minnesotans' support

Today’s check-in on Minnesota politics from MPR News summarizes a new poll showing approval for DFL Gov. Tim Walz. Also, a new toolkit on disinformation from the Can You Believe It? team includes tips on spotting fake or altered images.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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MPR News/Star Tribune poll: 56 percent approve of Walz performance

MPR News/Star Tribune poll: 56 percent approve of Walz performance

A new Minnesota Public Radio/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll finds a majority of state voters like how DFL Gov. Tim Walz is doing his job. The survey also found support for legalizing marijuana and more spending on education and health. But most Minnesotans have concerns about proposed new mining projects and their potential impact on the environment.
by Tim Pugmire

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'Why would I get out?': Democrats brush off calls to quit

'Why would I get out?': Democrats brush off calls to quit

Bernie Sanders' ascendance in the Democratic presidential primary has brought louder calls for some of his rivals to drop out of the race. Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar said during a stop in Arkansas the day after she came in sixth in Nevada that dropping out was “not even a close call" for her.
by The Associated Press

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U.S. appeals court upholds Trump rules involving abortions

U.S. appeals court upholds Trump rules involving abortions

The rules ban taxpayer-funded clinics from making abortion referrals and prohibit clinics that receive federal money from sharing office space with abortion providers — a rule critics said would force many to find new locations, undergo expensive remodels or shut down.
by The Associated Press

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Policast: New poll shows Klobuchar leading in MN among Democrats

Today’s check-in on Minnesota politics from MPR News includes two poll stories — one on who Minnesota Democrats are leaning with so far in the presidential race and one looking at how all Minnesotans view Donald Trump’s job as president.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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'Namaste Trump!' India greets U.S. leader with epic party — and modest policy aims

'Namaste Trump!' India greets U.S. leader with epic party — and modest policy aims

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's welcome celebration shows he knows his guest well: It's massive, and has Trump's name on it. But the president has downplayed expectations of a major trade deal.
by Colin Dwyer

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